Lab Assistant (PCT)

Peet's Coffee•Emeryville, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Peetniks are passionate and authentic, learners and doers, committed to the pursuit of better. The only thing we love more than coffee is our people. Reporting to the Sr. R&D Sensory Manager, the Lab Assistant supports sample analysis, product development, sensory, vendor communication, and implementation of test methodologies and equipment as part of the Coffee, Innovation, R&D and Quality teams. The Lab Assistant will also maintain labs and supplies. This is a full-time, hourly position.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both orally and in writing.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and able to handle multiple projects at the same time.
Strong coffee, tea, and culinary knowledge.
Excellent sensory skills required.
BS in Chemistry, Biology or other related technical field preferred.
Some familiarity with home and commercial coffee equipment preferred.
Computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, and ability to master other software (e.g. Genesis, FoodLogiQ)

Responsibilities

Coordinate and assist with technical and sensory testing for new innovation product development and sensory activities internally, with vendors, and outside labs.
Assist with product tastings for beverage, AFH, consumer and food product development as needed.
Maintain schedules for tests and sensory activities in labs and other spaces as needed.
Collect, log, and summarize testing results for product development and research.
Coordinate shipping of ingredients, samples, and installation/take down of test equipment for product development and research purposes.
Support development and maintenance of product specification documents (product/ingredient specifications, nutritional information etc.)
Ensure that labs are clean, organized, and set up to maximize R&D productivity.
Maintain and order tasting samples, ingredients, and supplies for all labs.
Manage ingredients and sample library.
Calibrate/prime and maintain test equipment as needed.
Coordinate/schedule vendor meetings and correspond with trade as needed.
Facilitate equipment, ingredients and smallware needs for photo shoots and other marketing activities.